A nurse in a pediatric clinic is caring for a client who is postpartum and asks the nurse what to do when her newborn cries persistently. Which of the following strategies are appropriate for the nurse to teach the new mother about her infant?

Allow the newborn to continue crying.

Keep the newborn in the center of a large crib.

Carry the newborn evert time he/she cries.

Swaddle the newborn in a receiving blanket.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

A.   Allowing the newborn to continue crying without attempting to soothe the baby is not an appropriate strategy for responsive parenting.
B.   Keeping the newborn in the center of a large crib without attending to the baby's needs is not responsive caregiving.
C. Carrying the newborn every time he/she cries may not be practical or necessary, and it's important to encourage safe sleep practices.
D.   Swaddling the newborn in a receiving blanket can provide comfort and a sense of security, promoting sleep and reducing crying.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Placing an identification bracelet is important but not the immediate priority after ensuring a patent airway.
B. Drying the skin is a priority to prevent heat loss and promote thermoregulation in the newborn.
C. Administering vitamin K is important but can be done after drying the skin.
D. Administering eye prophylaxis is important but can be done after drying the skin.

A. Prolactin B. Progestrone C. Estrogen D. Human Placental Lactogen

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Prolactin remains elevated in the immediate postpartum period of breastfeeding women to stimulate milk production.
B. Progesterone levels decrease rapidly after childbirth.
C. Estrogen levels decrease in the postpartum period, particularly during breastfeeding.
D. Human Placental Lactogen (HPL) levels decrease after childbirth.

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A nurse in a pediatric clinic is caring for a client who is postpartum and asks the nurse what to do when her newborn cries persistently. Which of the following strategies are appropriate for the nurse to teach the new mother about her infant?

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Correct Answer is A

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